Regional Sales Manager

SRS Recruitment Solutions; Stockport; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Timber Merchant is seeking a REGIONAL SALES MANAGER for North England. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in construction products sales, particularly timber, and will manage key accounts while pursuing new business opportunities. Responsibilities include building client relationships, negotiating with suppliers, and providing exceptional customer service. This role offers an excellent salary package, including a car, health cash plan, bonus scheme, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Company car

Health cash plan

Company bonus scheme

Career development opportunities

Pension

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales within the construction products sector, particularly timber.
• Demonstrated ability to manage client relationships effectively.
• Strong communication skills for interactions with clients and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain relationships with current and potential clients.
• Identify opportunities to grow the customer base.
• Proactively sell timber products and services.

Skills

Construction products sales experience

Knowledge of Timber

Excellent communication skills

Strong IT skills

Job description

Vacancy No 5451

REGIONAL SALES MANAGER - TIMBER - NORTH ENGLAND

Are you looking for your next opportunity in the Timber sector? SRS Recruitment are one of the UK's leading Construction Products Recruiters, and we are delighted to have the opportunity to be assisting a leading Timber Merchant in their search for a REGIONAL SALES MANAGER to join their team. Ideally you will have a strong background in Timber and Timber Products. As REGIONAL SALES MANAGER you will be working along with your team to strengthen and develop existing accounts and also look to identify and pursue new business.

The Company

Our client is one of the UK's largest distributors of Timber, Timber Products, and Construction Timber. They are a recognized supplier to a broad range of customers including Independent and National Merchants, Independent Merchants, Regional & National Housebuilders and Manufacturers. The company is known for its extensive product range, nationwide distribution network and has been established for over a century.

The Role as REGIONAL SALES MANAGER

As REGIONAL SALES MANAGER you will be proactively selling Timber & Timber Products to both existing customers and new. You will liaise with suppliers and negotiate prices with clients on behalf of the company. The role is largely field‑based, you will be responsible for full account management for key accounts while actively sourcing and winning new business. You will be responsible for representing the image of the company and providing excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish, manage and maintain relationships with current and target customers
• Arrange and attend client and customer meetings
• Proactively identify opportunities to increase your client base
• Provide comprehensive updates of the company, products and services to clients
• Attend industry events as required
• Stay updated on current market and industry trends, competitor activity, and leading customer strategies
• Quote and cost customer requirements
• Ensure high customer service standards are met at all times
• Perform any other ad hoc duties that may arise

Skills and Experience Required

• Proven experience in construction products sales, ideally Timber
• Knowledge / Experience dealing with Merchants & Buying Groups
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to confidently communicate over the phone and face to face
• Outstanding listening and verbal communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a sales environment
• Motivated and driven to achieve sales targets
• Strong IT skills

Location/Area

NORTH ENGLAND

Salary & Benefits

Excellent Salary Package. Package includes: Car, Health Cash Plan, Company Bonus Scheme, Career Development Opportunities and Pension.